Project Overview
Elk River is home to 25.63 miles of paved trails and 52.15 miles of sidewalks as well as popular bike trails and a mountain biking park. The Parks Master Plan addressed various gaps in the trail system and determined future trails. However, a study has yet to be done on bike lanes on streets. Some roads have shoulders that can be used for biking but they are not marked. Also, gaps in current trails could be filled by creating marked bike lanes on streets. Students will analyze options for optimal street bike lane routes for connectivity throughout the city.
Project Overview Poster
City Outcomes
The City of Elk River’s Environmental and Planning Departments have begun using this GIS data to create a Complete Streets Policy, aimed at increasing bikeability in the community.
Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner.
Sustainable Communities Partnership Contact Info
University Faculty Contact
David Kelley
Geography
dwkelley@stthomas.edu
6519625569
Local Government / Community Contact
Kristin Mroz
Enviornmental Technician